£12 a
year

.Why become a member of the BTO?

The urgency of our work is growing. With more pressure on our wildlife than ever, knowing where and how biodiversity is being impacted becomes increasingly important.

At a time when government funding is being cut, income from individuals is crucial to us. The membership fees we receive give us the freedom to do the work that matters most - and to communicate our findings more widely.

With your support we can learn more about our birds and how we can live in harmony with our wildlife.

Free gift - choose either of our great BTO guides to Common or Rare British Birds, or our Bird Photographer of the Year 2016 book

Concessions are available.

.Give BTO membership as a gift

A BTO gift membership is a great way of supporting the work of the BTO whilst providing a unique and special present for your friends or family. Gift memberships include a full welcome pack complete with a year’s subscription to our fantastic members’ magazine BTO News.

.Under 18? Join us and help safeguard the future of Britain’s Birds

"The BTO community has provided me the best opportunity
to engage with, be inspired by and receive mentoring
from a strong network of scientists and fellow young birders alike."
- Alex Rhodes, BTO member and volunteer

With Young Birder membership you will secure a connection with the BTO that will help you get directly involved in our vital research as a citizen scientist. You’ll have fun gaining a deeper understanding of our birds and learn new skills to enable you to help them - your own birdwatching will provide information that is at the heart of conservation.

You'll receive:

Our welcome pack

Exclusive monthly newsletters to inspire your birdwatching

Opportunities to join our online communities and be a guest contributor

Online access to our member’s exclusive magazine BTO News

Free gift - choose either of our great BTO guides to Common or Rare British Birds, or our Bird Photographer of the Year 2016 book

What BTO members say

"Birds are important to us, and we've had so much pleasure from watching them, it's good to give something back. Besides, bird surveys really are great fun!"

Tom Cadwallender

"The BTO community has provided me the best opportunity to engage with, be inspired by and receive mentoring from a strong network of scientists and fellow young birders alike."

Alex Rhodes

"I find the BTO News and the emails I receive helpful and inspiring - well worth the annual subscription. Anyone who is serious about their birdwatching would benefit by being a member of this outstanding organisation."